While not all belly dancers are female, the male belly dancer is more uncommon. Belly dancing began as a way for women to celebrate their ancestory and as a way of preparing for childbirth. The movements (especially figure eights with the hips) are designed with the female body in mind...

I great way to learn to body roll is to stand an inch or two away from a wall. Your face facing the wall.
Now, starting around shoulder level, try to touch the front of your body against the wall. As you arch yourself away from the wall the next section of your body should touch the wall...

Welcome to the Forums, countryangel28! And congratulations on your new love for line dancing and country music.
I don't really listen to very much country so I'm not familiar with the CD, but I do know who Toby Keith is. :-)

Admissions specialist for a local technical college. I help students figure out what they want to do and then assist them with signing up for classes.
I also will be a bellydance instructor starting in August.

Welcome!
I strongly recommend a class in hip hop to help with your club freestyle. If a class is not an option, you can pick up moves from videos, as suggested.
For some great suggestions on videos, check out the links under Dance Instructional Videos on my website...

Welcome back!
I don't have recommendations on a particular video, but if you're looking for a listing, check out the links under "Dance Instructional Videos" on my site http://www.dancersdreamland.com/movie_main.htm.

It's the same guy! I can't believe I didn't make that connection. Looks like I'll have to go home and watch Mad Hot Ballroom again. Still can't believe I miss that...
I saw the movie on Saturday evening with my best friend and our husbands. We LOVED it! Not that I can remember names, but...